Eläintarha, Urban park in Taka-Töölö, Helsinki, Finland.
Eläintarha is an urban park in Taka-Töölö featuring sports fields, walking paths, and a swimming stadium as part of Helsinki's Central Park network. The site combines recreational facilities with a green space that serves visitors year-round.
The park's development began in the early 1900s when the sports field was completed in 1910. Pavilion buildings designed by architects Segerstad and Flinkenberg were added in 1913 and have defined the site's character since then.
The streets around the park are named after Finnish writers and poets, showing the neighborhood's connection to literature and local heritage. You can discover these names while walking through the area and learn about Taka-Töölö's cultural tradition.
The park is accessible through several tram lines (1, 2, 4, 8, and 10) with parking available near the Olympic Stadium area. Multiple entry points and parking options make it easy to visit from different parts of the city.
The swimming stadium was designed by architect Jorma Järvi and opened informally in 1947 before receiving its official inauguration during the 1952 Olympics. This timing made it a significant venue for the international sporting event.
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